fried green tomatoes Name: Jennifer Miller Base: Falls Church Recipe: 1 cup stone-ground cornmeal 1 cup all-purpose flour 1 tablespoon garlic powder 1 pinch cayenne 1 1⁄2 cups buttermilk kosher salt fresh ground black pepper 4 large unripe tomatoes, cut into 1/2 inch thick slices,ends removed 1⁄2 cup vegetable oil 1 tablespoon unsalted butter hot pepper sauce, for serving lemon wedge, for serving DIRECTIONS In a large bowl, combine the cornmeal, flour, garlic powder, and cayenne together. Pour the buttermilk into a separate bowl and season with salt and pepper. Dip the tomatoes in the buttermilk and then dredge them in the cornmeal mixture, coating both sides well. Place a large cast iron skillet over medium heat and coat with the oil. When the oil is hot, pan-fry the tomatoes (in batches if necessary) until golden brown and crispy on both sides, about 3 to 4 minutes on each side. Carefully remove the tomatoes and drain on paper towels. Serve with hot pepper sauce and lemon.